Backsberg
Backsberg Pinotage
Red wine
3.8
Expert Rating
0.0
Rarely Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Backsberg Pinotage is a premium red wine produced by Backsberg Estate Cellars, a renowned winery located in the heart of Paarl, South Africa. The wine is made from carefully selected Pinotage grapes grown in the estate's vineyards, which benefit from the region's warm climate and unique terroir. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including hand-picking and barrel aging, resulting in a wine that is rich, complex, and full-bodied. Backsberg Pinotage is known for its intense aromas of dark fruit, spice, and chocolate, with a smooth and velvety texture and a long, satisfying finish. It is a perfect choice for wine lovers who appreciate the unique character and quality of South African wines.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This South African Pinotage from Backsberg showcases a complex and inviting nose of ripe mulberries, black cherries, and raspberries, as well as subtle hints of tobacco, leather, and cedar.The palate is full-bodied and richly textured, with a pleasing balance of ripe dark fruit, earthy undertones, and subtle tannins. The finish is long and lingering, with subtle notes of oak and spice. An ideal pairing for grilled meats or a variety of cheeses.
EXPERT RATING
3.8
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2028
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Pinotage
ORIGINS
Winery: Backsberg
Region: Paarl
Paarl, located in the Western Cape of South Africa, is a wine region with a long and storied history. With its unique terroir and a wide variety of grape varieties, Paarl is a region that has something to offer for every wine lover.CUSTOMER RATING
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